Ask Amy: Patient wonders about befriending physician
Dear Amy: I am a happily married, 54-year-old woman. I have a great primary medical provider.
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Talking family caregivers with U of M
There are an estimated 53 million caregivers in the U.S. Additionally, the number of Minnesotans turning 65 in this decade (about 285,000) will be greater than the past four decades combined.
Notebook, Thursday, Nov. 24:
No local sports today however both Bronco hockey teams play this weekend. The Bronco girls host Morris-Benson Area for a weekend series. Friday’s game starts… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Notebook, Wednesday, Nov. 23:
The International Falls boys hockey team played in the IRC Jamboree in Virginia against Rock Ridge and lost the mini-game by a score of 5-0.… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Kick off
The Mother Pluckers - Darcy Sullivan, RaeAnn Conat, Kari Oustad Miggins and Jennifer Baker – helped Saturday to kick off The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign at Super One Grocery. Manning the red kettle was Bev Mayfield, local Salvation Army envoy, and Lori Herrly, social services and Angel Tree program coordinator for the local Salvation Army. The campaign is the largest fundraiser for the organization, which assists local people with basic needs. Volunteer to ring at https://www.registertoring. com/
SPORTS NOTEBOOK
The Rainy River women’s basketball team opened its 22-23 season Tuesday, Nov. 13, at home with a non-conference game against North Division rival Itasca.
Warm gift
St. Thomas Aquinas School students got a little warmer with a gift from Michigan. Instructor Ms. Pierce’s sister crocheted mittens and neck warmers for our second-grade students. They were shared with preschooler and kindergarteners.
Being grateful
We’ve launched into the holiday season with family and community get-togethers and celebrations. We urge all to make it a safe holiday season for everyone by thinking ahead about designated drivers and taxis if you’re lifting a glass in cheers or a skol.
Duck Delights
Thanks to a young duck hunter’s gift for this old duck hunter, old duck hunter with long-term bride once again enjoyed a simple mallard duck meal, stirring memories of grand waterfowl adventures past.
Make fitness more fun and engaging
Resolutions to get in shape are popular at the dawn of a new year. Despite the best and most detailed intentions, many resolutions fall by the wayside. Many people stop heading to the gym or working out at home because their exercise routines become stale. By making fitness more engaging and fun, individuals may be more likely to stick with a new regimen.